Restaurant General Manager

Join Our Team as a Restaurant General Manager!

Welcome to KFC — Home of the Real Ones!

At KFC, we’re proud to serve the world’s best chicken, a tradition that started back in 1939 when our Colonel had a vision for finger lickin’ good chicken. Today, we’re a beloved part of over 1000 communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride, and iconic reputation that began in Kentucky.

We’re looking for individuals who are original, individual, and fresh. Here, you can be yourself and make something of yourself. We believe in hard work and laughter, building a community as we serve our original recipe chicken to those around us.

In our environment, ambition flourishes, careers develop, and potential knows no bounds. Our doors are open, and they can lead you anywhere. If you join our team, we ask only one thing: be you. Because that’s what makes us, us!

Excited? Here’s what you need to know about the role.

About the Role

As a Restaurant General Manager, you’ll lead from the front, taking full ownership of the restaurant. Your mission? Smash performance goals while building a team that doesn’t just meet standards but exceeds them. You’ll own the numbers, the vibe, and the experience, ensuring everything runs smoothly while creating a thriving space for both guests and team members.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead with Purpose: Take full ownership of the restaurant — drive performance, hit goals, and set the vibe.
• Build a Winning Team: Train, coach, and motivate your people to not just meet the standard but raise it.
• Smash Targets: Own your KPIs and inspire the team to deliver every shift, every day.
• Keep Operations Smooth: Stay on top of admin tasks — rosters, stock, reporting — to ensure everything runs seamlessly.
• Create Unforgettable Experiences: Turn first-timers into regulars by crafting moments that resonate.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven Leadership: You’ve managed teams before and know how to bring out the best in people.
• People Skills: You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and foster a culture where everyone feels valued.
• Operational Excellence: You know how to keep operations efficient, clean, and compliant — even in chaos.

Keeping It Real

At KFC, we don’t hire staff — we hire people. People with real lives and aspirations, building real careers. Each of us has something unique to contribute, and we encourage you to share your perspective.

We welcome everyone — regardless of background or future aspirations. We’re committed to supporting you because you’re one of us, not just an employee. We invest in your potential and give you the freedom to be yourself, wherever you are in life.

What’s in It for You?

We offer benefits that make your life a little easier because we understand the juggle is real:

• Pay rate: £38,000 - £42,000
• Quarterly BONUS that rewards your hustle
• Extra holiday – more time to recharge
• Life assurance – we’ve got you covered
• Free chicken & chips every shift
• 25% staff discount
• Gym discounts to keep you moving
• 200+ high street perks & cashback
• Wellbeing support that truly helps

KFC for Everyone

Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, KFC is a place where you can bring your authentic self to work. We’re here to support you in being you, whether you’re already part of our team or looking to join us.

We promise that every applicant will have an equal opportunity to work here, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, or sexual orientation. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups in all industries.

If you need additional support during the application process or have any requirements, just let us know. We’re here to help you be the real you.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re excited to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply! Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box — we’d still love to hear from you.

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